Basements and Film Production

A shoot location with a basement can be great for film crew in a variety of ways. It could be for controlled acoustics and lighting or simply for kit storage. If you’re searching the web for a film location with a basement, we have picked out a few to choose from.

• Kent, TN12
• Detached, Victorian House
• Shoot and stay
• Large film home with max crew capacity
  
• Basement with cinema room and wine cellar

• Streatham Hill, SW2
• Victorian
• Front and side access
• Open-plan basement with fish tank

• Battersea, SW11
• Modern/contemporary
• Large self-contained basement/cinema
• Designer bathrooms

• Wandsworth, SW18
• Victorian
• Basement/tv room
• Garden and BBQ area

• Surrey, GU8
• Renovated farmhouse
• Barn room for events
• Basement with cinema room, wine cellar and sauna

1. Controlled Environment
Less natural light and external noise, means it is an ideal space for capturing consistent shots. Thicker walls can absorb noise, which is perfect for maximum audio quality and shooting dialogue-heavy scenes.

2. Privacy and containment
Your shoot may need complete privacy for the cast or an area that is self-contained for the crew. Basements can offer this privacy from neighbours, which is great for shoots that involve: Heavy scenes, celebrity appearances or loud music.

3. Storage and Equipment Use
Basements can lend great space for storing large amounts of kit. This keeps production away from main shooting areas and large crews. Great for storing props, camera equipment, accessing power for lighting rigs and sometimes post-production computer use.

4. Atmosphere and Aesthetic
Along with the practicality of basements, these spaces can act as a canvas for scenes in all sorts of genres. 

Some including: 

• Drama and romance: An intimate, modern space
• Horror and thriller: A grungy, industrial look
• Action: A sleek, confidential vibe

5. Versatility
Basements can be easily dressed up or down to mimic different settings like: A bunker or secret lab, a prison cell or international location.